Your pathway to an international undergraduate programme.
September / January / April
14 Months
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120 Credit Hours
Join the International Foundation Year Pathway at ICT School of Business to prepare for entry into your preferred undergraduate programme in the UK or abroad. This one-year Foundation programme is specifically designed for A-Level students aiming to strengthen their academic profile for direct admission into an international undergraduate degree.
ICT School of Business offers the Level 3 Diploma in Pre-University Foundation Studies, accredited by Learning Resource Network (LRN), which provides access to a wide selection of universities in the UK and beyond. Graduates of this UK-recognised programme have progressed to universities in the UK, Australia, and other international destinations.
Moreover, our academic team at ICT will support you with personalised guidance throughout your university application process — from recommending suitable university options to advising on grade requirements and assisting in crafting a strong application that aligns with your academic goals.
The internationally recognised foundation year pathway will help you get admission in your preferred undergraduate programme in top international universities in the UK as well as globally, such as:
The Level 3 Diploma in Pre U Foundation Studies consists of 3 mandatory units and 3 optional units for a combined total of 120 credits.
All units within this qualification are internally assessed via submission of assignments and externally verified by the awarding body. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.
The Level 3 Diploma in Pre U Foundation is a recognised qualification as per UCAS tariff, which provides a broad metric for qualifications at Level 3 to support university and college management information needs. With the Level 3 Diploma in Pre U Foundation Studies, you can get up to 144 points on the UCAS tariff based on your grades you earn (via submitting assignments for each unit).
Grade | Points |
Distinction (D) | 144 |
Merit (M) | 96 |
Pass (P) | 48 |
Get the necessary knowledge and skills to transform your career.
Build a foundation for an entry to a UK or an international university.
Add value to your current educational profile by acheiving more skills and knowledge.
The foundation year programme is recognised by IBCC in Pakistan, as 12 years of education. Note: *Conditions apply.
The International Foundation Year (Level 3) programme is designed to help candidates in developing their understanding and knowledge of the pathway they wish to pursue at the Higher Education Level. Students get the opportunity to join International undergraduate degrees and professional certifications or join local universities in Pakistan. This qualification is equivalent to an A- Levels/FSC and anyone with a Matriculation or O’ Levels can apply. Anyone looking into a UG degree abroad can also apply if they are struggling with their grades in A-levels or FSC.
The assessment consists of written assessments externally set by the Awarding Body. The marking of assessments will be carried out in accordance with the assessment criteria listed in the assessments through the academic department. Once the assessments are complete, students’ results are based on the Distinction/Merit/Pass/Fail criterion. There are no exams.
Yes, The International Foundation programme is widely accepted globally. Students shall be supported during their international applications if they have any different choice of the university and/or course in any country
Some of the listed universities and programmes are mentioned below:
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